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Achieving successful can Misconceptions Free Weight Loss Seminar be challenging, but keep in mind the October 19 and November 16 There are many misconceptions following tips to help you succeed: 10 a.m.—12 noon surrounding bariatric surgery. Of Southern Regional Education Center • Eat 3 small meals and 2 snacks these, the most commonly stated is each day. The fewer meals you that bariatric surgery is a “cop-out,” Our informational seminar, led by eat, the slower your metabolism and that those with or Dr. Karleena Tuggle, Bariatric becomes, which can promote just need to go on a and Surgeon and The Center’s Medical instead of weight to lose weight. In fact, the Director, provides insight into the loss. Avoid skipping meals, National Institute of Health states that surgical options that may be right for because that will lead to “long-term weight-loss, or in other you. To sign up or for information, over-eating at other meals. words, the ability to ‘maintain’ call: 770-897-SLIM (7546) or email: • Take your time when eating. weight-loss, is nearly impossible for [email protected]. As your stomach fills with food, those affected by severe obesity by your body receives a signal that any means other than metabolic and Wellness Weigh you have eaten enough. However, bariatric surgery.” To learn more A Weight Loss Support Group this signal can take up to 15 about common misconceptions Oh the Holidays! Tips to Help Get minutes to reach your brain and involving bariatric surgery, visit the You Through the Holiday Season let you know you’re full. If you ASMBS website. October 19; 12 — 1 p.m. Southern Regional Education Center rush through your meal, you may https://asmbs.org/patients/bariatric- eat more than you need before surgery-misconceptions Shopping and cooking ideas to get that signal ever reaches your through the holidays, complete with brain. So, take your time. cooking demonstrations.

Recipe of the Month Low-Carb Egg Frittatas

Ingredients • 8 large eggs • 1/4 cup milk • 1/4—1/2 cup chopped veggies (green or red bell 4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and your peppers, onions, spinach, mushroom, tomato, etc.) choice of veggies and seasonings. • 3 slices bacon, chopped 5. Fill each muffin space half-way full with egg and veggie mixture. • 1/4 cup low fat cheese 6. Divide the cheese and bacon up and sprinkle into each • Seasoning of your choice (try using other seasonings muffin space on top of mixture. instead of salt) 7. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until egg is cooked through. Directions 8. Enjoy fresh or store in airtight container in the fridge 1. Preheat oven to 385 degrees F. for up to 4 days. 2. Lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray. 9. Each morning, place 1-2 frittatas in microwave for 3. Cook bacon in pan until crispy. Chop and set aside. 15-30 seconds, and enjoy a quick and easy breakfast.